Tag #Controversy

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Tesla's German Sales Crash Amidst Musk's AfD Endorsement

Tesla's German sales plunged 59.5% in January 2025, a sharp contrast to the 53.5% increase in overall electric car sales. This follows Elon Musk's support for Germany's far-right AfD party, sparking outrage and concerns about brand reputation.

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Reduced Inequality
taz.de
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Controversy Erupts as Far-Right AfD to Exhibit at Stuttgart Education Fair

One week before the Stuttgart Didacta education fair, the decision to include the far-right AfD party as a main exhibitor has sparked outrage, prompting calls for the AfD's removal due to its views conflicting with the fair's focus on 'democracy education'.

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56% Bias Score

Quality Education
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Italian Government Faces Accusations Over Release of Libyan Official

Following opposition protests and a parliamentary suspension, Italian Justice Minister Nordio and Interior Minister Piantedosi addressed parliament on Wednesday regarding the release and repatriation of Libyan police chief Almasri to Tripoli, despite an ICC warrant for war crimes, leading to accusat...

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
faz.net
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Sigma Boy": Russian Pop Song's Global Success Sparks Controversy

Two Russian schoolgirls' pop song, "Sigma Boy," is a global hit, showcasing Russian soft power despite geopolitical tensions; its themes, however, spark controversy, highlighting cultural clashes and prompting debates about sexualization of minors.

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76% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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US Attorney Vows Legal Action to Protect Elon Musk's DOGE Amidst Threats

US Attorney Ed Martin offered Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) legal protection against threats and harassment, vowing to prosecute those impeding DOGE's work, following online attacks against DOGE employees and access restrictions at USAID.

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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2024 Grammy Awards: Beyoncé Wins Album of the Year Amidst Controversy

The 2024 Grammy Awards saw Beyoncé win Album of the Year for "Renaissance", Kendrick Lamar win Record and Song of the Year for "Not Like Us", and several other notable wins and controversies, highlighting ongoing industry power dynamics and social issues.

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64% Bias Score

Gender Equality
bbc.com
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Jenas Returns to talkSPORT After BBC Dismissal

Former BBC presenter Jermaine Jenas returns to talkSport as a football pundit this weekend, six months after being sacked for sending inappropriate messages to colleagues; he says he has taken responsibility and is a "better person".

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44% Bias Score

Gender Equality
elpais.com
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Controversy Erupts After Spain Replaces Three Ambassadors Before Their Terms

The unexpected removal of three Spanish ambassadors—from Croatia, South Korea, and Belgium—before the end of their usual terms has sparked controversy, with one ambassador publicly accusing the Foreign Minister of a politically motivated dismissal due to a misinterpreted video.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Emilia Pérez" Director Condemns Star's Hateful Tweets Amid Oscar Controversy

Director Jacques Audiard condemned Oscar-nominated actress Karla Sofía Gascón's unearthed bigoted tweets, while Netflix reportedly distances itself from her amid the controversy surrounding the film "Emilia Pérez," which is nominated for 13 Oscars.

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality
dailymail.co.uk
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Musk Appoints Inexperienced Team to Lead Government Cost-Cutting

Elon Musk appointed six young men with limited government experience to high-level roles within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs; the move caused widespread criticism and staff lockouts from computer systems, prompting the resignation of USAid's chief of staff.

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80% Bias Score

No Poverty
t24.com.tr
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Five Turkish Lieutenants Expelled After Nationalist Graduation Ceremony

Five Turkish army lieutenants were expelled from the TSK for participating in a post-graduation ceremony involving a saber dance and recitation of the Officer's Oath, with their lawyers denying involvement in releasing photos of them at Anıtkabir and threatening legal action against those who did.

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elmundo.es
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Kendrick Lamar Wins Five Grammys for Anti-Drake Song "Not Like Us

Kendrick Lamar won all five Grammy Awards he was nominated for with his song "Not Like Us," a controversial track accusing Drake of sexual abuse and pedophilia, achieving over one billion Spotify streams and 200 million YouTube views, despite a defamation lawsuit against his record label.

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality